1 week Ago By Madrid Universal
Real Madrid management concerned about complacency and poor attitude in teamFollowing the dismal defeat to Arsenal last night in the UEFA Champions League, there is no appetite for finger-pointing within Real Madrid, reports MARCA. Instead, club directors and the coaching staff believe this is a moment to reset attitudes, demand a change in performance, and ensure the team continues to represent the club with dignity. The internal review of what has become a difficult season is ongoing, though a definitive evaluation will not come for several more weeks.
There is no intention to look the other way, but the consensus is clear: the future must be faced with resolve, not resignation. Titles are still on the line—starting with the Champions League.Concern about the teamThe report states that senior figures at the club are under no illusions.
They know that Real Madrid are not simply experiencing a rough patch. The reality is more serious: the cohesive, imposing side that twice paraded through the streets of Madrid last season has all but disappeared.Beyond the evident erosion of team identity, a particular statistic has alarmed both directors and technical staff.
Against Arsenal, Carlo Ancelotti’s players covered 10 kilometres fewer than their opponents. Not good enough from Real Madrid. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)It is not an isolated case – this pattern has been seen throughout the season in Europe, with the notable exception of the tie against Manchester City.
Previous positive results had masked what some inside Valdebebas are now openly calling a growing complacency among the squad. This concern had already been raised several times during the club’s regular Friday meetings, but only now, after it has exploded into view, has it become a focal point. The high-intensity conditioning associated with fitness coach Antonio Pintus has not reached its usual peak at this decisive point in the season – compounded by the clear lack of drive from several key players.
Big changes consideredWith three months of competition still ahead, what happens next Wednesday at the Santiago Bernabeu will be pivotal. More than the result itself, it will be the attitude on the pitch that shapes many of the decisions to come. During the season, the club’s technical core has quietly discussed the need for major changes.
Now, those conversations have gained urgency and credibility.The message from the boardroom is clear: wearing the Real Madrid badge means never lowering your arms in the face of adversity. That message will be relayed to the players ahead of the second leg, with the belief that a comeback is possible.
But more importantly, the leadership wants egos to be set aside and for Real Madrid to become a team again..
